2.14.2010

A Bolder Shoulder

From the flak jacket to cargo pants, uber-cool labels such as Rag & Bone, Y-3, and Alexander Wang confirmed military inspired get-ups are back with a vengeance for spring. This masculine trend can make some feel a bit skittish, but there's something to be had for everyone. Epaulettes, favored in the most extreme form by Lady Gaga, add the perfect finishing touch to any shirt or dress. Dressed up for an evening out or down for casual Friday, this army staple infuses a bit of extra polish into any occasion. Now that's something to salute!

Begin by cutting two elliptical shape pieces (about the size of your shoulder) out of the felt. Next, sew the chain onto your felt pieces in a spiral pattern starting from the outside and working your way to the center.

Next, determine the placement of the epaulettes on your shirt (it helps to have the shirt on) and pin in place. Sewing around the outside edge of the felt, secure the epaulettes to the shirt. Lastly, drape some extra chain around the outside edge using your pliers.

This is really, really cool! I might try this perhaps put some velcro or a button on the underside so I can remove them for washing, or maybe have a few different ones, for my more outlandish mood! GREAT idea though, I have seen other wise plain tees lke this selling for £40 over here!

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I LOVE this ... you make it look so easy to re-create runway detail! This is the first time I've come across your blog but I am already following you now... Looking forward to more posts. :) Next time I have some spare money I will be trying this out :) ! Great Blog.

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